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Origins of the Laycock surname

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About the Laycocks

We have a total number of 44205 records for people with the last name Laycock.

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Where do most Laycocks live?

In 1921, most Laycocks lived in Yorkshire.


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Interesting facts about Laycocks

How common is your surname?

You have a rare surname! It's not in the top 1000 UK surnames!

We have 39,400 records for the Laycock surname. The oldest one dates back to .

Who were Laycocks most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Laycock first names?

  • John
  • William
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Laycocks

Men and women often performed different types of jobs, so these are displayed by gender to maintain their historical accuracy.

Common Female occupations for Laycocks in 1921
Cotton Weaver

242

Worsted Weaver

183

Dressmaker

113

Worsted Spinner

108

House Keeper

84

Common Male occupations for Laycocks in 1921
Cotton Weaver

178

Coal Miner

167

Farmer

123

General Labourer

94

Plasterer

92

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